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12–18 October 2026 · Include

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Every event in the Good Relations Week 2026 programme. Most are free, all are open to anyone, and they run right across Northern Ireland.

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6 dates run outside the festival week

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28 events across the week, filtered

2 dates

Sporting event

Like A Girl

A confidence-building sports programme for Year 9 and Year 10 girls, helping those who don't currently engage in sport to build self-esteem, resilience and positive connections through inclusive sporting experiences.

When
2 dates · 1 Oct – 5 Nov
Where
Dundonald High School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Invitation only Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

An Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy

Discover the art of Shodo, the Japanese practice of calligraphy at Lisburn City Library.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Include, Respect, Fly

Take part in a fun, creative kite-making workshop exploring inclusion, friendship, respect and kindness. Children, young people and families can design their own kite while learning about positive relationships, diversity and belonging.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Maghaberry Community Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person
7 dates

Other

Include: Drop In & Connect

Drop in to one of our local Include: Drop In & Connect sessions during Good Relations Week 2026. Meet Council officers, enjoy a tea or coffee, find out about local services, share ideas and connect with others in a friendly and welcoming environment.

When
7 dates · 12 Oct – 20 Oct
Where
See event description, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Sew on your Award Badges

Are you a girlguide, brownie or scout? Do you have award badges that aren’t sewn on? Come along and gain some sewing skills to show off what you’ve achieved to date.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Sew Ready, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished £5 per child In person Booking needed

Celebration or social

Tea Party Time!

Celebrate Good Relations Week in Carryduff Library with a cuppa and a friendly chat.

When
Mon 12 Oct
Where
Carryduff Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Include, Respect, Fly

Take part in a fun, creative kite-making workshop exploring inclusion, friendship, respect and kindness. Children, young people and families can design their own kite while learning about positive relationships, diversity and belonging.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Ballyoran Community Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Faith or cultural event

Mini Mela

Mini Mela event in partnership with Carryduff Primary School

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Carryduff Primary School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Other

Newtownbreda Then and Now Quiz

How well do you know Newtownbreda and the surrounding area? Celebrate Good Relations Week in Newtownbreda Library with a quiz based on the local area.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Newtonbreda Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Other

Positive Ageing Fair

Embrace and explore the opportunities of growing older at Lisburn City Library's Positive Ageing Fair.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Discussion or talk

Reminiscence Session With NI War Museum

Dementia-friendly reminiscence session delivered with NI War Memorial Museum in Lisburn City Library.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Sewing for Beginners - make, do and mend

A practical sewing workshop where we will introduce you to simple garment repairs.

When
Tue 13 Oct
Where
Sew Ready, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished £10. This includes your sewi... In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Sew your own make up bag

Fancy coming along to make your very own makeup bag? Whether you’ve never touched a sewing machine before or just fancy giving sewing a go, we’d love you to join us!

When
Wed 14 Oct
Where
Sew Ready, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished £22 per person In person Booking needed

Storytelling

Japanese Storytelling With Masako Carey

Celebrate Good Relations Week in Moira Library with Japanese born storyteller Masako Carey.

When
Thu 15 Oct
Where
Moira Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

Water Safety Event

In Partnership with Lagan Search and rescue

When
Fri 16 Oct
Where
Carryduff Primary School, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Invitation only Free In person

Showcase or award

Grand Choice

Lisburn North. Shortlisted groups will showcase their projects to members of the public as part of the Grand Choice Participatory Budgeting Project. Successful groups will be awarded up to £1,000.

When
Sat 17 Oct
Where
St Columba’s Derryvolgie, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Other

Intergenerational Creative Walk

To celebrate Good Relations Week bring your child or grandchild to a creative walking group at Moira Library.

When
Sat 17 Oct
Where
Moira Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person Booking needed

Other

Welcoming Window Mural Painting

Visit Dundonald Library and add your artistic touch to our Good Relations Week window mural.

When
Sat 17 Oct
Where
Dundonald Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Finished Free In person

Workshop, training or seminar

Age Friendly Training for Community Groups

Discover how your organisation can become more welcoming & accessible for older people. This practical Age Friendly workshop will explore simple actions that support inclusion, participation and wellbeing, helping older residents feel valued & connected.

When
Wed 21 Oct
Where
Island Arts Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person Booking needed

Workshop, training or seminar

RNIB Awareness to Action: Understanding Sight Loss

Join RNIB for an interactive awareness session exploring sight loss, accessibility and inclusion. Hear first-hand experiences, learn practical ways to support people who are blind or partially sighted, and help create more welcoming communities.

When
Thu 22 Oct
Where
Island Arts Centre, Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person Booking needed

Other

Connect & Belong: Community Information Day

Join us for a welcoming drop-in event exploring inclusion, wellbeing and healthy relationships. Meet local support organisations, access information and services, make community connections and discover opportunities to get involved.

When
Wed 28 Oct
Where
Live Life Wellbeing Centre (formally the Grove), Lisburn & Castlereagh
Free In person